“MOD Pizza’s expansion has been driven by its national corporate growth plan as well as a very positive reception to its build your own, individual artisan-style pizzas and hand-tossed salads,” Reyes said in an announcement. “The company plans to grow the business in markets across the country, with Houston serving as one of the largest footprints.

By year end, MOD will have over 100 stores across the U.S. It anticipates opening another 30 locations in Houston within the next four to five years, according to Transwestern.